ESCRIBA Enterprise Document Services (EDS)
ESCRIBA — Business software with a focus on HR tools
ESCRIBA is a German provider of no-code and low-code enterprise software. Using the ESCRIBA ECAP platform and a GenAI workbench, ESCRIBA digitizes and automates data- and document-intensive processes, particularly in HR, insurance, and legal. The modular HR tools (document creation, ticketing, e-file, digital signature, DCLM/ESM) integrate with existing systems such as SAP, Workday, and Salesforce.
Security & Compliance
Security and privacy are top priorities.
Security Features
Certifications
- SAP Certified Integration (ESCRIBA Integration Server, EIS)
- ISO 27001
- SOC 2
Data & Hosting
Data residency
EU
Hosting
Fine-grained role and permission model down to the clause/text block level; redlining, change tracking, versioning, and audit-proof storage. Optional access to the e-file restricted to registered clients. Cloud, on-premises, or hybrid operation. EIS takes existing user permissions into account for data access. Details on SSO/SAML/MFA: available upon request.
Retention & deletion
Yes – rule-based deletion periods in the E-File and audit-proof archiving.
Strong focus on GDPR and data protection, document governance and compliance, as well as transport and approval processes. SAP certification for the EIS (integration and platform compliance). Additional certifications such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, or AVV/DPA: available upon request.
Feature Scope
- Dynamic document templates instead of static ones; rule-based content, variants, calculations, and validations (ESCRIBA Functions: salary components, pay scale logic, date/currency conversion, IBAN/email validation, dependency checks) • Wizard dialogs for missing data, including automatic updates to the backend • Redlining, change tracking, versioning, and audit-proof storage • Role/permission model down to the text block/clause level; locked blocks, post-processing requiring approval • Automated workflows for approval, e-signature, dispatch, storage/archiving • Multi-channel output; docx output for simple documents • Central template library, full-text search; Excel/CSV import, SQL access • Enterprise features: multi-tier system landscapes (Dev/Test/Prod/Recovery, optional HotSwap), transport system with consistency checks, multi-client/multi-system capability • Integration: SAP HCM/S4HANA, SAP SuccessFactors (OData, BTP), Workday (APIs/Reports-as-a-Service), Oracle/ERP/CRM, d.vinci (REST), Kidicap (Web Services), Office 365; launch from ESS/MSS; signature services; archives (cloud/on-prem) via ESCRIBA Integration Server (EIS, SAP-certified) • E-File: GDPR-compliant, role-based filing with full-text search, automatic retention periods, partial approvals • Cloud/on-prem/hybrid operation; Composer UI in 29 languages • Optimized for cloud operation; Long-Term Release 1.8 with at least 5 years of maintenance • Academy/training and community.
Pricing hints: Project- and scope-based quotes. (Indications: Focus on enterprises and integration, white papers/consulting calls instead of price lists)
Security hints: Role- and permission-based model down to the document/text block level; change tracking (redlining), logging, versioning, audit trail; encrypted data transmission and optional access restricted to registered clients (E-File); single source of truth principle; On-prem/cloud/hybrid operation; EIS takes existing user rights into account for data access.
Compliance hints: Explicit GDPR/data protection focus, audit-proof archiving, rule-based retention periods, document governance/compliance, enterprise transport/approval processes; EIS certified by SAP (integration/platform compliance). No statements regarding ISO 27001/SOC 2/AVV/DPA on the pages.
Implementation hints: Integration via ESCRIBA Integration Server (EIS) with pre-built adapters (SAP/SuccessFactors/Workday) and REST/SQL/file adapters; connection and field mapping largely via configuration without programming; rapid technical integration possible, go-live dependent on coordination/testing; supports Dev/Test/Prod with transports; data transfer via CSV/Excel/SQL; Academy/training (key/technical users), expert consultation, lifetime coach.
Support hints: Support/inquiries via email/phone; Online Academy, training (Key/Technical User), community, and expert consultation; long-term release with at least 5 years of maintenance, option for short-term support.
Integration hints: Native/cataloged integrations: SAP HCM/S4HANA/BTP, SAP SuccessFactors (OData), Workday (APIs/RaaS), Oracle/ERP/CRM; others: d.vinci (REST), Kidicap (Web services), SQL (JDBC), Excel/CSV (File Adapter), Office 365; Launch from ESS/MSS; e-signature services; archive systems (cloud/on-prem). EIS as a bidirectional data hub, multi-system/hybrid scenarios.
Features at a Glance
Core HR
- Document management
- Employee records
- Workflows
- Roles & permissions
- Multi-entity
Data & API
- API
Administration
- Audit trail
Security & IT
- RBAC
- Audit logs
Compliance
- GDPR
Pricing Model
On request
On request. Typically enterprise- or module-based licensing, plus implementation, integration, training and support. Quotes are based on the project and its scope.
Implementation
Integration via the ESCRIBA Integration Server (EIS) with preconfigured adapters (SAP/SuccessFactors OData, Workday APIs/RaaS) as well as REST/SQL/file adapters. Connection and field mapping are primarily configuration-based; technical integration can be implemented quickly, with go-live dependent on coordination and testing. Supports Dev/Test/Prod/Recovery (optional HotSwap), including transports with consistency checks. Data import via CSV/Excel/SQL. Academy/training (Key/Technical User), community, expert consultation hours, and lifetime coaching available.
Support
Email · Phone · Service Portal · Online Documentation/Help
Time zones: Primarily Europe (CET/CEST); global availability by arrangement
LTS versions with at least 5 years of maintenance; option for short-term support. Community, Academy, and expert consultation services available.
Integrations
Kidicap
PayrollWeb Services Integration
SAP HCM
HRISIntegration via EIS; can be launched from ESS/MSS
SAP S/4HANA
OtherERP Integration via EIS
Oracle ERP/CRM
OtherERP/CRM Integration via EIS
Office 365
OtherDocument Output/Office Integration
E‑Signatur-Services
OtherIntegration of External Signature Services for Digital Signatures
SAP SuccessFactors (OData)
HRISOData; SAP BTP Support
d.vinci
ATSREST-Integration
SQL (JDBC)
APIDirect SQL Access/Adapter
Workday (APIs/RaaS)
HRISAPIs and Reports-as-a-Service (RaaS)
ESCRIBA Integration Server (EIS) API
APIBidirectional data hub; REST/SQL/file adapter; SAP-certified
Archivsysteme (Cloud/On-Prem)
OtherFiling/Archiving via EIS
SAP BTP
OtherPlatform Integration in the SAP Environment
SAP ESS/MSS
OtherProcess Initiation/Triggers from Self-Service Portals
Excel/CSV
OtherFile/Import Adapter
